FENTANYL AWARENESS: Gavin Long's Story - episode 156

[@paulisthelegend]

I watch every Texas Pictures Documentaries upload because each person's story matters.

[@deniseblackburn33]

Agreed ❤😢❤❤❤

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for watching.

[@paulisthelegend]

@@TexasPictures I always will. These videos are making a real impact, and we all appreciate you giving these families the chance to share their stories about this global epidemic that’s taking innocent lives.

[@karliann1]

Same here.

[@littlemikeism]

Yep.

[@milanimorales2645]

RIP Gavin. His bonus dad is such a good man.

[@shannoncase3305]

Glad to see more couples speaking out!

[@JulieWeissGardner]

Dad is spot on. The recovery system is terrible! Either they are just running them to make money and are downright shifty. Prayers to the family.

[@kendraheard1097]

And don't forget to mention if you don't have insurance your screwed so sad many people want help but can't afford it

[@CatherineCarr-s4f]

I thought it was so nice the way his step-dad refered to Gavin as his "bonus son", it is clear that he loved your boy too. I am sending both of you and his fiancee, Jaylyn my love and deepest sympathy. I will keep you all in my heart and prayers ❤❤

[@stephaniec5215]

❤I am so so sorry for the loss of your precious, wonderful, talented son Gavin. We say, RIP and yet, wish there was a better phrase to say. May Gavin truly be at rest and peace. What an incredibly smart, talented, thoughtful, full of life young man. His hard work to help you even from when a child is very special!! THANK YOU for your courage to share here. ❤

[@TortoiseJames]

What an awesome Bonus Dad. For him to have that much tangible love for his Bonus Son in such a short amount of time is a testament to the size of his heart. Real Man stuff right there.

[@TheUnitedStatesofAmericaUSA]

I had never heard that term before. I love it ❤️

[@Joni-ux5rf]

Stepdad is 💯 % right it’s so hard to find a place it’s crazy . I was practically pulling my hair out trying to get my son into a rehab . It took forever . Thank God he got the help he needed and is now sober . Lost my stepson 10 months ago to a fentanyl poisoning after 90 days sober 😢

[@laney3182]

Loving parents and wonderful caring step dad.

[@rebeccasanchez8411]

I'm 10 years in recovery. I understand that the Dad doesn't want the addict in a prison but what the Dad doesn't know that being an addict is a Prison in itself. My prayers and hugs to all the Parents, families and Addicts that are still suffering. This channel us one of the most heart felt channels I'm subscribed to. Thank you for allowing these wonderful people to share their stories. ❤🙏

[@fireluvr]

What do you mean having sex with random people doing drugs all day is a prison ?

[@JayAllDay07130]

This. I was an addict for almost 2 decades. One thing I will say though, is I’ve seen alot of my addiction friends go to jail full blown and sick and they come out looking healthy and clean, so sometimes actual prison can be a God send to some addicts. Not saying a good amount don’t get out and relapse and die, but I’ve seen a few make it out just by going to prison

[@JayAllDay07130]

@@fireluvrno, trying to numb a trauma that you don’t know how to deal with, with whatever you can get your hands on to numb the pain, is a prison. Wanting to stop and be normal and healthy, but your sick brain and addicted body won’t let you do that. Having such good intentions, and deep down being an amazing person, but the drug makes you look like a pos, it robs you of your soul, that’s a prison. The trauma, the fear, the pain, the mental illness, the avoidance, the panic, the stigma, it’s all a prison. Not every addict sells their body, I was an addict for almost 2 decades, never sold my body, always had a job…..sometimes 2 or 3, always had a vehicle and a roof over my head, I have 2 college degrees, I’m a licensed veterinary technician, and I did all of this while being a full blown “functional” addict. Never stole from anybody. Tried to not hurt anybody except myself. Was very close with my grandma, saw her every week, dinner, movies, everything. We’re people dude. We’re just dealing with crazy s**t and suffering and a lot of us don’t have the coping skills that non addicts have, some of us would rather just forget instead of working through it. Sometimes that drug saves our lives, because if it wasn’t for using, we would’ve offed ourselves along time ago and left this world, it’s like a paradox. Throughout the majority of my addiction I was dead set on saying “it’s not a disease, it’s a choice, cancer patients have a disease and they don’t wake up everyday and CHOOSE to have a little cancer”, and drs would look at me like I was crazy, and in the end I realized, it is most certainly a mental disease, and you can’t treat the physical addiction without treating the mental disease of addiction. Cancer patients end up dying from their disease, and so do addicts. I felt gross the majority of the time I was using, literally disgusting, but my brain just wouldn’t let me stop, and unfortunately fighting with your brain is a losing battle, because your brain is the most imp organ in your body, you’ll lose everytime. If you don’t want to read this, don’t do that lame s**t and comment “not reading that”, just simply don’t read it and move on with life, just trying to give perspective.

[@pattykake7195]

Your son sounds like he was a wonderful compassionate human being…and you and your husband tried your best to save him…great you are raising awareness on his behalf…rest in peace sweet soul…🕊️

[@audra1976oliver]

I have a 15 year old son I've talked to about drugs and fentanyl. I pray he will take that knowledge and steer clear of it and all drugs.

[@GagearianaBella]

I thought the step father was amazing he had such compassion and love for this kid very sorry for your loss you can help other people going through the same thing is a blessing 😢

[@marymiles9922]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. There is no pain like losing a child. Thank you for telling your story and helping others. God bless and keep you.

[@jasmine0354]

So sorry for the loss of your beloved son Gavin 💔 Thank you for your life-saving work to help young people and families ❤

[@LoveOnTheInsidex3]

Glad the man will be held accountable and hopefully go to prison for a long time.

[@gingin169]

Drugs have always been “prevalent”, and drug addiction doesn’t discriminate! My sister died in 1996 from fentanyl poisoning, she od’d on that and heroin. She was 41. An addict for around 25 years and clean for 3 years, decided to do it one more time and that’s all it took!!

[@yvonamayvei9208]

*But how do you know she decided to do it one more time? You can’t know for sure. Maybe she’d been back at it and hiding it well. (Or maybe a month or so, who really knows). If it was the one time and she OD’d on that one time, then no way to really tell. What is obvious from these stories and other stories on documentaries for addicts etc; is that, the path to recovery and REMAINING CLEAN until the day they die is remarkably hard.* I truly feel so so bad hearing and listening to these stories and I TRULY THANK GOD that I have never had a need or felt a need to try drugs and or smoke anything. If anything, I was turned off pretty early from smoking since I never liked the smell/coughing when near the older ones who were engaging. *As for drugs, it was hearing horror stories like these ones ((not fentanyl)) but heroin, cocaine etc and even some celebrities; couple who I really admired, pass away from an overdose of drugs, and I was always as a young girl, scared to die “that way.” I used to think maybe I’d embarrass my family leaving such a legacy behind. (That’s just how i honestly felt, and it stuck with me). And honestly, in a way, am glad I had that mentality and/or experience from hating the smoke smell+couging while near older teens because I truly believe these two things truly caused me to stay away from these vices all these these years!* Almost 50 now, and I am TRULY GRATEFUL because i truly believe deep down that I would definitely have been in the category of those who constantly relapsed. I just feel it, I tend to not let go of other habits easily at all, so am inclined to think that. Plus, after my c-sections I was given some stuff for the pain that I hate to say I kind of enjoyed the “calming” feeling and deep relaxations. I specifically remember thinking (and praying heavily), that I don’t get addicted after the couple weeks or so and seek more. I promised myself I wouldn’t ask for more if I finished the original prescribed dosages. Thankfully, I never did. *BUT, I still remember to this day, that/those feelings and I can see how these folks get easily addicted and can’t quite stay off. ((Very scary to me, if I think long and hard about it; and to anyone who kicks drug addictions off AND STAY OFF FOREVER? I truly take my proverbial hat off to them because NO WAY THAT IS EASY….NO WAY…..*

[@gunslingah2]

@@yvonamayvei9208nobody’s reading this dissertation but it’s really presumptive of you to respond like you know this person’s sister or their situation better than her own sibling(s) did. Knowitalls 🙄

[@karlaplascencia7998]

Bless your heart for pushing for justice. Thanks to your strength many innocent lives will be saved. I’m sorry for your loss but applaud how brave you are.

[@kevinlambert5310]

I'm in Texas I sit here an watch an or just listen to the audio this was a good ass stepdad my heart hurt for this family I have a girlfriend battling addiction with alcohol I feel for these people

[@norriskp]

🙏💙🫂

[@lyricb8819]

This Father's "pov" is God sent. Forget the step dad title. He stepped up and had been showing up. 😢 Miss my Father. Wish he loved me that way.

[@sharky2105]

What lovely parents these are. Your son sounds like an absolute gem. I am happy that the detectives were able to intervene to stop the dealer. This world that we have created is not the one we evolved for. Don't blame yourselves. Thank you for your positive contribution to this cause.

[@ginaverdi6101]

😢May Gavin rest in Eternal Peace!

[@teschiabeaty1343]

So So Sorry for your loss💔🙏🏽GodSpeed Gavin😇

[@kat17L]

😢 💔 ,wishing you strength and peace to all of you.

[@ThaOneThaOnlee]

I found this channel one day and have been stuck ever since. Having 4 children of my own growing up I pray everyday I never find myself telling a story. My heart goes out so much to all these families. I DoorDash all day for a living and this channel and these families are my radio!

[@kerrieverline3545]

Man I love dad Im a recovering addict of perks and oxys. Ive been on Methadone and counseling. But dad is absolutely 💯 on point. Also hugs mama 😢

[@daniellemcgraw3222]

I pray that God will continue to comfort and strengthen your family, continue to Rest In Heavenly Peace amazing young man.

[@kendratate4483]

Praying for your peace and comfort. The loss of a child is a pain like no other. 💔🙏🏾

[@MargoBrouwer]

So sorry for your loss! This is where all parents and grandparents are so afraid of! May God give you strength !

[@patchesblack7490]

Lovely family 💗 I'm so sorry you lost your son. It's hard watching these families cry like this because they have lost a loved one to this poison. Thank goodness this family is getting some justice. Alot of families don't and it's heart breaking. Thank you for sharing. Prayers sent for your family 🙏 R.I.P Gavin 🕊

[@louern123]

Such a kind young man. 🙏🏻❤️RIP Gavin

[@Globelle]

I am so so sorry and praying for your family and my own. I am praying for all of us who DON'T want to be in this group! Stop the stigma!!!

[@ivyjohnson4841]

The husband has me in tears. You can tell he’s an amazing husband and hates to see his wife suffer. What a great dude. I pray for this family and wish them endless healing 😢🤍

[@DanniCohen-d7y]

God bless this wonderful husband, father & man,wish I could give him a huge hug & ease his pain❤

[@1azhelenmo]

Im so sorry for this loss, and this husband feels so much guilt for his family , so sad

[@NickanM]

*_Gavin, may you rest in eternal peace, I hope that you smile your beautiful and infectious smile often wherever you are now._* 🕯

[@deniseblackburn33]

What a gift they got the guy I’m so sorry but so happy….he didn’t get away with it ❤

[@zaidarivas7152]

He had substance abuse disorder. It’s an inherited trait. My son died of the same thing. It’s tragic. Sending my condolences.

[@norriskp]

🙏💙🫂

[@fayewilson1892]

This one has me in tears 😢I am so very sorry for the loss of your son🙏

[@lyricb8819]

I watch these videos frequently to motivate me. Humble me. It is unfortunate this vice exists, I pray I don't succumb to my weaknesses. Thank you Families for sharing your testimonies. It does help. This Father, Mother's ❤ to help with recovering is amazing

[@littlemikeism]

These stories are heartbreaking, but I have to watch. I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.

[@angelawilson3313]

So sorry for your loss. 🙏🏻

[@stacyjaye6350]

Thank you so, so much for telling your story. It's a brave and beautiful thing to do. I'm sending you strength, courage, and big hugs, from Bartlesville, Oklahoma.💪⚔️🫂. 💖😘

[@christinekordyjaka2113]

Im sorry for your loss.

[@robertashaffer3950]

My deepest condolences to you all on Gavin's passing. Thank you for sharing his story 🙏

[@suzie830]

I'm so sorry your boy is gone. I hope your wonderful memories will help you smile and comfort you. I'm sending you both my love.❤❤❤

[@goldie8852]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m SO sorry for the loss of your son, Gavin. Your strength in raising awareness is inspiring, and I hope you continue to be there for your loved ones. It’s important to remember that health challenges, including those related to weight, can sometimes be linked to addiction. (I struggle w sugar addiction n receive treatment.) I hope you find the strength to prioritize your health as part of this journey. 🌱

[@magyarmainer4692]

The sweet, sweet Dad . ❤

[@aliciametters2025]

Powerful! Such great parents! Your precious son is with you helping you to help other parents so maybe this doesn’t happen to them! So sorry for your loss! Rest in peace and power Gavin! Continued prayers for you Mom and Dad and your Family!🤍

[@camiflo1578]

I'm so sorry for your loss 😢

[@isabelltecaxco-yd3lw]

When her son had that dream of his uncles saying " Why?" I got a feeling that the dream meant he was already dead. Because his uncles would be asking him on the other side why did you throw away such a beautiful life...RIP Gavin

[@ViewfromPRITCHARDsPorch]

You’re right I believe that now. It gives me peace that they came a rescued him and took him to the other side

[@elexis3728]

I wish more families had better help when it comes to getting answers and the help needed to start recovering from losing their loved ones the way they did. I’m sure it would make a big difference to feel heard and supported

[@CarleenMarleenshafferTheDivas]

Yes, I adore his bonus dad. My son have a bonus dead just like Gavin’s dad wonderful, great men wow!❤❤❤ his bonus, dad bring tears to my eyes! Because I can see how you love Gavin how he cared and love Gavin‘s mom, wonderful family!

[@KimfromMichigan-x2u]

RIH Gavin. What a caring grandson you were. I really wish you were still here wirh your family that loves you and misses you. Heartbreaking to keep saying good bye. 🙏 and ❤

[@lisadudley2005]

Rest in peace Gavin . Im so sorry for his families loss ❤🕊

[@LoveOnTheInsidex3]

Sad that the place they brought him is in trouble now. RIP Gavin 💕

[@Livelaughlove8585]

😢😢😢this one was hard , really sad the kid had his whole life ahead of him , he was so happy looking forward to it and god called him home 😢God bless his so sweet and strong parents ❤❤❤❤may god help you grieve and pull through ✝️✝️✝️❤️💯

[@KimfromMichigan-x2u]

3 lives lost here in GP Michigan but the 4th man was smart enough to have fentanyl test strips which saved him and got the dealer caught. Test strips and Naloxone save lives

[@robinsimmons1526]

Praying for your families 😊

[@tanyaperales6681]

It sucks because so many people on here don’t get justice even with the phone unlocked I’ve heard so many stories on this channel..some police depts don’t care

[@tallulahrubymonroe4280]

This kid had great wonderful supportive people in his life , AMAZING STEPFATHER , sadly some people cannot be saved :( ;( thank you to you both for sharing Gavin's story xoxox

[@emillie4304]

So heartbreaking, many condolences 💐

[@rudyxbeauty]

He could be a nurse 😢 God bless him n his family❤️❤️

[@ted1091]

What a heartbreaking story. I'm sorry for your loss.

[@msfranklin2650]

WELL GAVIN SOUNDS LIKE A WONDER, HELPFUL TOUNG MAN. HE JUST HAD SOME DEMONS THAT HE JUST COULDN'T SHAKE & IT COSTED HIM HIS LIFE. WHAT A LOVING & SUPPORTIVE FAMILY. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

We have clearly lost “the war on drugs 😢” so sorry for your loss. They will never stop this scourge. They make too much money from all aspects of this disease. Recovery, medication maintenance, courts and for profit recovery and incarceration. 😢

[@showneenhall6453]

I see a lot of ignorance in these comments, and in educated opinions. TY Texas picture shows for giving parents an outlet to stand up and tell their story. This just goes to show you how real the stigma is. It’s absolutely heartbreaking to read these comments. RIP Gavin

[@kcdavis1908]

I mean, you would think these people are parents of the year! Crazy!!

[@showneenhall6453]

@@kcdavis1908 it’s not about being parent of the year a bad parent a good parent it’s about everybody is different every family every struggle. We have medical marijuana and children are taking it. For example, that helps major big time with seizures, I would personally rather my kid be taking marijuana than eating a bunch of opioids. My son had poly disorder SUD disorder, lots of mental health issues that led him to his addiction ultimately making it worse and taking his life because there is no help just like this mom said. It’s ignorant for people to sit there and make comments before passing judgment your opinions to yourself if you don’t like something, you don’t know the story it’s horrible. My family has been stigmatized because my son was an addicted angel and stigmatizing my family as well and I don’t think it’s all I’m sending giant hugs to this mama

[@kcdavis1908]

She didn't have to tell us her story and she did she can tell her story her way cause it's her som!

[@lyricb8819]

Absolutely and I am grateful for this channel. My parents used to go thru my drawers, etc when I was a teen. Old school parenting is needed with a ton of God's love as a cherry on top. The combination in the community may be the first start. Awsreness, old school tough lough and more importantly God's wisdom and love on top of it ALL!!

[@kriskadobermiller9293]

I pray you guys see these messages because I am right there with you mom. I lost my daughter June 3, 2024 and there’s not a thing anyone can do to help this Hardik and I want to join you guys in your prevention and I also want to open a healing center and I would just love to work with you guys on the prevention end of it you’re amazing people I see your heartache and I applaud you for your strength. This is the worst worst possible journey I never thought I would be in this situation

[@Bradyviolation71]

It’s so important that we as moms don’t become our child’s friend we must stay on top, involved and do not allow even weed smoking that’s not ok I am 16 years into my recovery and I thank God my two boys have grown up and never got involved in drugs. I hate this mom didn’t see the signs but it’s always an example to be in your kids business

[@JeannineMinor]

I'm so sorry for your loss hopefully one day you find peace rest in paradise Gavin 🙏

[@pompom11]

Florida where I live, especially the greater Ft. Lauderdale and in Miami Dade County, there are “recovery” houses everywhere. Some centers make the addiction worse, for many reasons. Folks, just be high on the fact you woke up this morning and have breath. We don’t need drugs and booze to find joy and contentment. You are in charge of you, so don’t eff it up!

[@Darmartin09]

Very sad R.I.P Gavin🙏😢

[@Aldo-d6z]

So sad families have to go through this. Show me just ONE person on this planet that does these drugs where it pays off for them. You can’t. No one can. Never understood the culture and lure of drugs in this country. GOOD LUCK AND STAY SAFE.

[@MarisolVega-u9k]

God Bless you !

[@Whippy99]

Sorry for your loss. RIP Gavin. ❤

[@glowinthadark]

My prayers are for every parent who's had to suffer the heartache that these families are explaining my prayers are for the young people to never try pills never❤ in my hope is that this epidemic will collapse under the weight of love... My condolences to everybody who has suffered because of this a disgusting thing* that they're still making.. I can't wrap my mind around how people are still able to have access to fentanyl. But I hope that these messages can be shared in high schools and colleges into young people as a wake up call😮 although this hasn't directly affected me I cry every time I watch one of these stories ❤ hopefully these stories can be used is it a positive way to change other people's decisions and lives before it's too late. My condolences to All You beautiful families who have lost their loved ones way too soon!

[@nicolettepaige5784]

My condolences to your family ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@stacyjaye6350]

Sweet Jesus, when will it ever end? We have to organize and donate to organizations.💔

[@Lori-db8vl]

We need to hold our elected officials accountable. Write them, call them, show up at their offices, and demand that they address this issue.

[@stacyjaye6350]

@@Lori-db8vl great advice, thank you! 💖

[@norriskp]

Wouldn't it be nice if people donated to addiction research and resources & education the way people support people with cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc.? People with addiction problems are judged like it hasn't been proven to be a biochemical, neurological disorder, usually along with a history of trauma, often with other untreated mental illnesses, and lack of knowledge and resources. In fact all those are clearly recognised as causative

[@bethlouden3333]

When they start holding people accountable

[@brooklynfinest842]

😣❤rest in power Gavin 😢I’m so sorry mom I hope you find peace knowing your son is your precious angel now 🕊️❤️🙏

[@christiangirlforhumanity3853]

I am so sorry for your loss🤍🙏🕊

[@UnBoxLifeWithLori]

RIP Gavin ... There is so much misinformation surrounding addiction including most addicts come from abusive, broken homes. Gavins parents were no longer together but by listening you can tell how loved he was by his mother and stepfather. Addiction can touch anyone's family, no one is immune. Fentanyl poisoning is murder with intent ( that's my opinion )

[@tammaliangrundlingh9342]

Unfortunately in so many other stores like these, the police haven't done anything. It's just fortunate here they looked into this

[@whatwillbem6825]

Heartbreaking so many heartbreaking stories…happening everyday every minute of the day…somewhere everywhere…😔

[@lindawilson795]

My condolences to family and friends. ❤

[@stringerchick3650]

Bless this family Lord, bring this mom peace

[@garyh5541]

RIP Gavin🙏🙏🙏 Prayers and Healing for all who love you 🙏🙏🙏 Something very strange about this sad story!

[@jackiewilliams7876]

My, Condolences Too The Family🩷

[@Rose-zn5ql]

What a caring, talented young man Gavin was, thank you for telling us about him. It’s an insidious drug, shame on those that manufacture it illicitly and sell it, they know exactly what they are doing. God bless this family and keep them strong.

[@carolbarnes7881]

This is so sad they don’t want to die it’s a disease people need to understand that..

[@jamesconfrey9117]

So sorry for your loss, Gavin was a great kid, with some good parents. It`s fentanyl thats the real villan here.

[@principecaprincipeca2243]

Smoking weed at 16 no big deal??🙄 You parents need to stop thinking weed isn't a big deal to a developing brain. So many of these stories start with weed and mostly it seems to be ok with the parents. Stop making it ok. It's not the same weed you smoked when young. My condolences for your terrible loses 🌹

[@ViewfromPRITCHARDsPorch]

He was disciplined for smoking weed. I was ignorant for thinking it was just a phase

[@principecaprincipeca2243]

@@ViewfromPRITCHARDsPorch well, as parents nobody of us is perfect ♥️ I had an idea of how much weed has changed in decades. So I put my minor son to p1ss in a cup randomly drig testing him and that experiment was over for him. But as a person with severe chronic pain I have closely followed the issue for decades for that reason I have a lot of information. I have a reason to know. We don't have a fentanyl epidemic here (yet), but drugs are way easier to get than back when I was teen/young adult. It's scary.

[@conniebaker1958]

Sending the parents a tight hug ❤🙏

[@TeeNicole10]

PRAYERS TO MAMA AND THE FAMILY 😔 MAY GOD KEEP HIS HANDS ON THIS FAMILY 🙌🏾 FLY WITH THE ANGELS GAVIN💝🙌🏾🙏🏽

[@kcdavis1908]

Let this lady tell her story my goodness instead of boasting like ya'll are parents of the year‼️‼️‼️

[@lindawise4652]

Agree.

[@orangutansareorangepeople]

Sorry for your loss 😢RIP Gavin. Gone too soon.

[@kimmathews622]

So happy the dealer was arrested and charged. Good work. So sorry it took your sons life in order to arrest this scumbag.

[@gulumhazer]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Nothing justifies his passing, but he saved thousands of people by that getting that monster behind bars. I wish you and your family peace.

[@benluciwallah]

Wow, this is horrible in so many different ways 😢

[@Jakmeov]

You think ur a functioning addict till ur not and sitting in the grave. I know it’s hard but SEEEK HELP I BEG YOU! YOU WILL GET THROUGH THIS! PEOPLE LOVE AND NEED YOU HERE. Don’t let a pill or drug take u away from life.

[@mariela06012]

Mom Im sorry for your loss! But once again another mom who thinks their teenage kid smoking weed is ok or just a phase!! Let’s stop normalizing our children smoking weed!! It is not ok!!!! That’s how most kids start specially the ones who are suffering from some type of mental disorder, then they go on to try something else!!!

[@stacyjaye6350]

@@mariela06012 I hate to say this, but I agree with you. Started smoking weed when I was 13 years old. Smoked it for 50 years. Sober only five years and I am 68 years old. I managed to keep a lid on it, and never got in trouble or anything, but what a life of wasted potential! I don't go down this road very often, because feeling sorry for yourself does no good. But I'm sorry that I was left at 13 years old unsupervised, in the early seventies. Parental supervision and love and acceptance is the most important thing, I think. And screw their privacy! I would be secretly tossing their room and possessions on the regular! If anyone has a child, they have to make it their business to learn everything about drugs, all drugs! Anyway, I agree with you.

[@keluvnme]

I don’t really think that’s the case, and I think it very unfair of you to say such a thing. Parents don’t want their kids to smoke weed or involve themselves in any other paraphernalia….usually we just accept what already is because we don’t want it to get worse. Or we don’t want to push them away. It’s not as simple or cut and dry as you made it seem….

[@mariela06012]

@@keluvnme in what part of my comment did I say that parents want their kids to smoke weed? I said another parent who thinks their kids smoking weed is not as big of an issue because it’s only weed o just a phase that their kids are going through and to me that’s unacceptable! It’s normalizing the situation!!!! So you have to accept that your kids are involved in things they shouldn’t be doing because you afraid that it will get worse or you pushing them away?? Really??? So you think that by accepting this it will get better ? Or that they will just stick to weed and they are not going to want to experience a different type of drug?? You know what you should do? You should figure out if there is an specific reason why they are smoking weed!!! Are they trying to self medicate because theres some type of underlying mental disorder ? Is it because the kids they hang around with ? Is it because they are going through something and they don’t know how to deal with it? You can’t just sit there and wait to see what will be the outcome because it might be too late!!!!

[@rashadhaughton22]

Y’all are some mean judgmental people! The comments are very disappointing!

[@mariela06012]

@@rashadhaughton22 mean judgemental people? I’m not blaming the mom, all I’m saying is let’s stop looking at kids smoking weed as a phase or as something that’s normal in teenagers because it is not!!

[@jacquelinecrull4012]

You are so beautiful inside and out!! You will look gorgeous with or without hair. I am a pediatric oncology nurse and know how much joy your hair will bring made into wigs for princes and princesses !!! Look how happy Amma was to have a choc ice!!! Matt is so sweet what a perfect reaction to your new do!!! Hope all goes well this week with your chemo, I will be thinking about you all a lot, a lot a lot 💙